Byzantine Terracotta Candlestick Oil Lamp with Triskele

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Holy Land, circa 5th-8th century A.D. Transverse ribs in the shoulder and a large triskele on the nozzle, with a low basal ring. Cf. M¥ynarczyk, J., ‘Terracotta oil lamps from Qumran: the typology’ in Revue Biblique, January 2013, T.120-121, pp.99-133, no.048 (AF 187), for the type. 70 grams, 81 mm (3 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] Ex Ancient Art Shop, Windsor, UK, 1990s. Ex private West County, UK, collection. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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